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Passiflora edulis

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Passiflora edulis, commonly known as passion fruit, is a vine species of passion flower native to southern Brazil, through Paraguay, and northern Argentina. The fruit is a pepo, a type of botanical berry, round to oval, either yellow or dark purple at maturity, with a soft to firm, juicy interior filled with numerous seeds.

FamilyPassifloraceae
GenusPassiflora
NativeSouth America
LifespanPerennial

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Botanical Information

Scientific NamePassiflora edulis
Common NamePassion Fruit
FamilyPassifloraceae
GenusPassiflora

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Blooming Information

Environmental Information

Pests & Diseases

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Thrips
  • Leaf spot
  • Root rot
  • Powdery mildew
  • Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.